HDI Global UK & Ireland has appointed Michael Reynolds (pictured above) as motor fleet underwriting director, effective February 1, 2026.
Reynolds joined HDI in 2015 and is currently the insurer’s motor fleet underwriting manager, having worked across underwriting and claims. In the new role, he will lead the UK & Ireland motor fleet underwriting strategy and oversee plans involving telematics and risk management.
Reynolds will report initially to Stephanie Ogden, chief executive officer and interim chief underwriting officer for long-tail lines at HDI UK & Ireland. He is set to succeed Phil Healy, who is scheduled to retire on March 31, 2026.
HDI said Reynolds and Healy will work together during the transition to hand over responsibilities. The company framed the succession plan as part of its approach to internal development and continuity for the motor fleet portfolio.
Ogden said, “I’m delighted to see Michael step into his new role at HDI.” She added, “Throughout his ten years with us, Michael has shown outstanding leadership, deep underwriting expertise, and the strong commercial focus that will drive our motor business forward.”
Ogden also linked the appointment to talent development within the business and said she wanted to thank Healy for his contributions. She closed by saying, “I wish him every success as he embarks on a well-deserved retirement.”
Reynolds’ move comes as HDI UK & Ireland has also been filling senior underwriting roles in other lines, including the appointment of Tom Potter as director of liability, effective September this year.
Within the wider group, HDI Global has also made specialty appointments in London, including naming Georgina Smart as head of global risk bloodstock & equine, effective October.
The executive changes follow reported 2025 performance updates at group level, including a 16.9% return on equity for the first nine months and a 13% rise in HDI Global’s contribution to Talanx Group net income to €409 million.
